Miele T 230 C Operating Instructions Manual

Condenser tumble dryer
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Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 230 C
G
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the machine it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed or used for the first time.
M.-Nr. 05 993 020

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 230 C To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. M.-Nr. 05 993 020...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions ........4 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Contents Problem solving guide..........23 General problems .
  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety To avoid the risk of accidents and Before setting up the machine, damage to the machine please read check it for any externally visible these instructions carefully before damage. using it for the first time. They Do not install or use a damaged contain important information on its machine.
  • Page 5 Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed. If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger. In countries where there are areas...
  • Page 6 Warning and Safety instructions In the event of a fault or for If the water is drained externally cleaning purposes, the machine is through the drain hose instead of only completely isolated from the being collected in the condensed water electiricty supply when: container, make sure the drain hose is securely attached if you hang it in a...
  • Page 7 Accessory parts may only be fitted following textiles must not be when expressly approved by Miele. dried in this machine: If non-Miele parts are used with this – fabrics which contain a large machine, guarantee, performance and proportion of rubber, foam rubber or product liability claims may be rubber like materials.
  • Page 8: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing competent person. The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off material directly behind it to prevent misuse. The transport and protective packing See the "Warning and Safety" section of has been selected from materials which this booklet for further details.
  • Page 9: Control Panel

    PC indicator light d I-On/0-Off button The indicator light marked PC is used by Miele Service technicians as an To switch the machine on or off / to optical interface. interrupt a programme. The Anti-crease/Finish lamp will light up as confirmation that the machine has been switched on.
  • Page 10: Notes On Laundry Care

    Notes on laundry care Wash care labels Items filled with down. The fabric lining on these garments Before drying check the drying may shrink depending on the quality. symbol on the wash care label. They can be partially dried using the Smoothing programme.
  • Page 11: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Programmes Fabric type Special notes COTTONS maximum load: 5 kg Drying levels Normal+ Single and multi-layered fabrics, e.g. mixed load of cotton fabrics (e.g. towelling, jerseywear). Normal Load of similar cotton If laundry is still too damp, fabrics (jersey wear, then: flannelette sheets, - finish drying using Timed...
  • Page 12 Programme chart Programmes Fabric type Special notes MINIMUM IRON maximum load: 2.5 kg Drying levels Normal+ Minimum iron items which Spin minimum iron fabrics are made of synthetic or for at least 30 seconds in the blended fabrics (e.g. washing machine before pullovers, dresses, trousers) drying them.
  • Page 13 Programme chart Programme Fabric type Special notes Special care programmes Woollens maximum load: 2 kg hand care Woollen fabrics To refresh and fluff up woollen garments quickly. Remove garments immediately at the end of the programme. Do not repeat. Woollen fabrics are not dried completely by this programme.
  • Page 14: How To Dry Correctly

    How to dry correctly A Prepare the laundry Do not overload the drum. ^ As far as possible, sort laundry for: Overloading can cause unnecessary - the type of fibre or weave, wear and tear to the laundry and - the degree of dryness required, give a disappointing drying result.
  • Page 15: C Select A Programme

    How to dry correctly C Select a programme D Start the programme ^ Press the Start button. The drying cycle begins. The drying stage reached is shown by the sequence indicator lamps on the right hand side of the control panel. At the end of the drying phase a cooling down phase commences to cool the laundry down.
  • Page 16: Selecting A Different Programme

    How to dry correctly Selecting a different programme The programme has been successfully cancelled when only the Anti-crease/ As long as the cooling down phase or Finish indicator lamp is on. the anti-crease phase has not been reached it is possible to change a E At the end of a programme programme after it has started by turning the programme selector to a...
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the machine has been fitted with a drain hose (see installation). The condensed water container should be emptied after every drying cycle or as soon as the Empty out container indicator lamp comes on.
  • Page 18: Cleaning The Fluff Filters

    The fluff which is created by the drying is available as an optional extra from process is collected by the fluff filters in your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare the door and the door opening. Clean Parts Department. the filters after each drying programme.
  • Page 19: Cleaning Them With Water

    ^ Dry all parts with a soft cloth. ^ Rinse the filters under hot, running ^ A microfibre E-Cloth is available from water. the Miele UK Spare Parts Department ^ Then shake the filters until no more which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, water droplets are visible.
  • Page 20: Cleaning The Condenser Unit

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the condenser unit Detergent residue, hair and fine fluff from the dryer can get through the fluff filters and block the condenser unit. Dust from the room in which the dryer is installed can also get into the condenser unit and cause a blockage.
  • Page 21: Checking The Condenser Unit

    Cleaning and care If you cannot see any fluff: ^ Replace the condenser unit (see following page). If you can see some fluff: ^ Clean the condenser unit as described below. Cleaning the condenser unit ^ When rinsing the condenser unit, make sure you position it as shown in the next two illustrations.
  • Page 22: Replacing The Condenser Unit

    Cleaning and care Replacing the condenser unit ^ With the handle facing upwards, push the condenser unit back into position in its housing. ^ Turn the lever down to the horizontal position, making sure that the hook on the lever clicks into the groove. When replacing the inner cover after cleaning, ensure that the rubber seal fits correctly into the groove.
  • Page 23: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repair work to electrical equipment should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in accordance with local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 24 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy There is a build up Fluff is principally the result Fluff is collected by the fluff of fluff. of friction when garments filters and can be easily are being worn and removed (see "Cleaning washed.
  • Page 25 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying process Important: Before attempting to remedy one of the goes on too long or following causes, switch the dryer off and switch on again even switches off. to start the programme again. Ventilation to and from the Open a door or window dryer may be insufficient...
  • Page 26: Check And Fault Indicator Lamps

    – Then switch the dryer back indicator lamp for on and start the programme Hand iron or Machine again. iron is flashing, and If the programme stops again the buzzer sounds. and an indicator lamp flashes, there is a fault. Contact the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 27 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The programme has This is not a fault. Use the "Timed drying - stopped, the Anti- Warm air" programme to The electronic unit has crease/Finish lamp has dry individual items. recognised that there is come on in the no laundry in the drum Before changing a...
  • Page 28: To Change The Interior Drum Lamp

    ^ Apply a little pressure and whilst doing so turn your wrist in the direction of the arrow to open the cover. The cover will open downwards. The temperature resistant lamp should only be ordered from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department.
  • Page 29: After Sales Service

    Optional accessories back cover for address). Optional accessories for these dryers When contacting the Service are available from your Miele Dealer or Department, please quote the model from the Miele Spare Parts Department. and serial number of your machine, both of which are shown on the data plate situated on the right hand side below the drum aperture.
  • Page 30: Installation

    Installation Front view a Mains connection cable e Service panel for condenser unit b Condensed water container f Four height-adjustable screw feet c Control panel g External drainage options (e.g. via wash basin, wash basin drain outlet, d Door or gully).
  • Page 31: Installation Site

    * Available as an optional accessory to run continuously. from your Miele dealer or the Miele If it is not possible to install the dryer Spare Parts Department. anywhere else, then the refrigerator/ If you wish to push your machine under...
  • Page 32: Levelling The Machine

    (WTV) to match your washing machine is required. * Available as an optional accessory from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department. Stacking kits must be fitted by a suitably qualified fitter. Before moving the machine again (e.g.
  • Page 33: External Condensed Water Outlet

    (4) hose is available as an optional (See illustration). Important: accessory through your dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Dept. Do not let the drain hose become kinked, as this could Setting up the drain hose damage it.
  • Page 34: Connection To A Sink Drain Outlet

    Installation Connection to a sink drain outlet If this nut has a flat disc sealing it you should take the disc out first. The drain hose can be connected Important: if this nut has a washer or directly to a sink drain outlet. seal in it this must not be removed! ^ Attach the end of the hose to adapter ^ Use a screwdriver to tighten hose...
  • Page 35: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person, in strict accordance with is lost, the plug must not be used until a national and local safety regulations.
  • Page 36: Consumption Data

    Consumption data Programme Capacity Final spin speed Electricity Drying time (in a domestic consump- incl. washing machine) tion cooling down time Minutes COTTONS Normal + 1200 2.80 1400 2.65 1600 2.40 1800 2.35 Normal 800 (70 % residual moisture) 3.40 Normal 1200 2.65...
  • Page 37: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 85 cm (adjustable +0.7/- 0.7 cm) Height without lid 82 cm Width 59.5 cm Depth 58 cm Depth with door open 106 cm Weight 54 kg Drum volume 100 litres Maximum capacity 5 kg dry weight Capacity of condensed water container approx.
  • Page 38 Programmable functions for changing standard settings...
  • Page 39: Programmable Functions

    Programmable functions Increased drying level in the E Turn the programme selector to the COTTONS Normal position. COTTONS programmes – If the Drying indicator lamp is not on, The machine is designed to dry the increased drying level is using as little energy as possible. deactivated.
  • Page 40: Increased Drying Level In The Minimum Iron Programmes

    Programmable functions Increased drying level in the E Turn the programme selector to the COTTONS Low Temperature MINIMUM IRON programmes position. The machine is designed to dry – If the Drying indicator lamp is not on, using as little energy as possible. the increased drying level is However, if you require the laundry to deactivated.
  • Page 41: Buzzer

    Programmable functions Buzzer E Turn the programme selector to the COTTONS Hand iron position. An audible tone sounds repeatedly at – If the Drying lamp is flashing, the the end of a programme. buzzer is activated. The buzzer is activated as standard ex- –...
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